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Vroman's Bookstore

Vroman's Bookstore

Bookstore and Gift Store
Playhouse District, Pasadena
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    Jill D.
    "Well-culled graphic novel selection."(16 Tips)
    Ninja C.
    "Favorite bookstore of all time."(2 Tips)
    Monica S.
    "One of the best independent book stores in Los Angeles."(2 Tips)
    D.G. H.
    "A good latte & I love supporting local bookstores!"(2 Tips)
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  • Sharaheart icon on user image
    SharaNovember 2, 2016
    Been here 10+ times
    My favorite bookstore ever!. It's a large 2 story building with everything you could want in a bookstore. Great place for gifts, they have fountain and quil pens. Friendly and knowledgeable staff.
    Upvoted Nov 21
  • Shil P.heart icon on user image
    Shil PaMarch 12, 2016
    Favorite place to hideaway. Used to come here every week in high school. Strange treasures to be happened upon in any section of the shop you choose
  • Nina V.
    Nina Vaughn-MuellerJuly 29, 2016
    Great books. Knowledgeable staff. Great environment and a great book sale once or twice a year. Great speakers come and autograph books.
    Upvoted 22 hours ago
  • eric b.heart icon on user image
    eric bornemannFebruary 4, 2021
    Been here 10+ times
    Great independent bookstore. They have a huge selection and usually will have what you are looking for. Support your local bookstore!!!
  • Karen C.
    Karen CJune 3, 2014
    Check out the Bargin #Books you never know what treasure you might find. We found an awesome cat book!!
  • Hubert S.
    Hubert SinghNovember 20, 2019
    If you need an extra bed and want to save space, contact Wallbeds “n” More in Pasadena, CA and schedule an appointment to... View more: https://www.pasadenawallbeds.com/products#SPECIALTYBEDS
  • Wendy M.
    Wendy MaJanuary 22, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    A lot of cool little things to look at. Nice place to find new things and kill time. There's also a connected coffee shop!
  • Heather R.heart icon on user image
    Heather RomeroMay 22, 2015
    They have the friendliest and most knowledgeable staff with tons of cool souvenirs and trinkets too!
  • Tim D.heart icon on user image
    Tim DengAugust 18, 2018
    Large bookstore & they host events here too! Historical bookstore in Pasadena
  • Chris G.heart icon on user image
    Chris GoSeptember 2, 2017
    Been here 50+ times
    Get on their mailing list to learn about upcoming events. Some are ticketed; most are FREE!
  • Scott R.heart icon on user image
    Scott RossSeptember 25, 2017
    Been here 25+ times
    Books of all desription, plus one of the last remaining news stands in town (any town).
  • M M.heart icon on user image
    M MFebruary 12, 2015
    Been here 5+ times
    My favorite book store. Great gifts and an awesome children's area upstairs.
  • Jamie H.heart icon on user image
    Jamie HoangJuly 30, 2015
    Make sure you stop by the local authors section!! #bluesunyellowsky
  • Brandon H.heart icon on user image
    Brandon HoangJuly 24, 2021
    Excellent friendly staff recommendations, a massive children’s book floor. Iconic bookshop!
  • Readiness K.heart icon on user image
    Readiness KDecember 31, 2018
    Wonderful selection- check out the bargain books on the first floor
  • Michelle A.
    Michelle AhnMay 11, 2014
    Been here 10+ times
    Love a good book! Super dog friendly store and staff! I hope this place never leaves.
  • Kara R.heart icon on user image
    Kara RJuly 14, 2019
    Been here 5+ times
    Awesome bookstore with great recommendations from the staff!
  • Emily C.
    Emily ClareDecember 21, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    If you need a kids book this place has the best selection! And the staff is very helpful!
  • Gregory F.
    Gregory FletcherFebruary 28, 2014
    Quite a stunningly beautiful store! A prime example of classic old Pasadena charm!
  • Pamela B.heart icon on user image
    Pamela BrooksSeptember 2, 2016
    Staff, selection, environme t, events, non-book options. This place rocks.
  • Tor/Forge
    Tor/ForgeJuly 21, 2014
    Meet Hank Phillippi Ryan on Friday, October 24, 2014 at 7:00 PM as she reads from her new mystery novel Truth Be Told, from the Jane Ryland series. Read more
  • Josette D.heart icon on user image
    Josette DorazioMarch 26, 2013
    Been here 5+ times
    This is more than a bookstore , it is a place full of great items and fun stuff .
  • John K.heart icon on user image
    John KiddeNovember 2, 2014
    Been here 25+ times
    Great selection of greeting cards, books, and miscellaneous items.
  • Farrar, Straus & Giroux
    Farrar, Straus & GirouxSeptember 9, 2014
    Meet Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Héctor Tobar on Wednesday, October 22, 2014 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his new book Deep Down Dark. Read more
  • Jennifer
    JenniferDecember 29, 2014
    Massssssive selection. This bookstore is larger than it appears from the outside.
  • PE2MP3
    PE2MP3December 28, 2013
    Very peaceful environment and love the upper level devoted to children's books.
  • Farrar, Straus & Giroux
    Meet Pulitzer Prize winning author Michael Cunningham on Wednesday, May 14, 2014 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his new novel The Snow Queen. Read more
  • Farrar, Straus & Giroux
    Meet Jack Devine on Tuesday, June 10, 2014 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his new memoir, Good Hunting: An American Spymaster's Story. Read more
  • Humane Society
    Humane SocietyApril 5, 2011
    Book signing April 13: Join Wayne Pacelle, the CEO and President of The Humane Society of the United States, in celebrating the debut of The Bond: Our Kinship with Animals, Our Call to Defend Them. Read more
  • Karen C.
    Karen ChuAugust 11, 2013
    This store is huge, had six copied of the book I wanted while hastings location had zero
  • Jodi F.
    Jodi FlickerJune 7, 2011
    Did you know that one of TV’s funniest and most successful comedies, THE BIG BANG THEORY, is set in Pasadena? Give it up for the hometown heroes when it’s Emmy voting time!
  • D.G. H.
    D.G. HollumsJanuary 27, 2010
    A good latte & I love supporting local bookstores! There is a almost hidden part of the magazines to the left of the register. I missed it the 1st time.
  • St. Martin's Press
    St. Martin's PressAugust 28, 2014
    Meet Nayomi Munaweera on Tuesday, October 7, 2014 at 7:00 PM as she reads from her debut novel Island of a Thousand Mirrors. Read more
  • D&R P.heart icon on user image
    D&R ProductionsApril 24, 2016
    I also recommend "WestWorld on DVD!
  • Mark G.
    Mark GoluskinJanuary 1, 2014
    Great book selection and very helpful, knowledgeable staff!
  • Jesse L.
    Jesse LunaNovember 24, 2012
    The Vromans pen bookstore moved inside the main shop.
  • Stephen Z.
    Stephen ZerbyFebruary 19, 2017
    This is the best bookstore I've ever been
  • Tor/Forge
    Tor/ForgeJuly 7, 2014
    Meet John Scalzi on Sunday, September 7, 2014 at 5:00 PM as he reads from his new science fiction novel Lock In.
  • D&R P.heart icon on user image
    D&R ProductionsApril 24, 2016
    Frank Lloyd Wright's Book on Architectural Design.
  • Trish
    TrishJuly 17, 2014
    Children's storytime upstairs every Wed and Sat at 10AM
  • St. Martin's Press
    St. Martin's PressSeptember 24, 2014
    Meet T. Jefferson Parker on Friday, November 21, 2014 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his new novel Full Measure. Read more
  • David B.
    David BeachAugust 18, 2012
    Been here 25+ times
    Ive only been the mayor so long because this place is my default hang out. Love this store ...
  • St. Martin's Press
    St. Martin's PressJuly 10, 2014
    Meet Steph Cha on Monday, September 29, 2014 at 7:00 PM as she reads from her new mystery novel Beware, Beware. Read more
  • St. Martin's Press
    St. Martin's PressJune 23, 2014
    Meet Chelsie Hill on Tuesday, July 29, 2014 at 7:00 PM as she reads from her new novel Push Girls. Also with Jessica Love. Read more
  • Christine D.
    Christine DeJoyJuly 7, 2013
    Best independent book store in the LA area.
  • Farrar, Straus & Giroux
    Farrar, Straus & GirouxDecember 19, 2012
    Meet Sam Lipsyte on Monday, March 11, 2013 at 7:00 PM as he reads from his new collection of stories, The Fun Parts. Read more
  • Jessica K.heart icon on user image
    Jessica KatzFebruary 20, 2014
    About 2 years ago, it seemed like the store had a huge change of staff. Not Good! I won't be giving them my business. I do stop by the Hasting Ranch location on occasion. Much better environment!!!
  • ᴡ T.
    ᴡ TrujilloJanuary 15, 2012
    Go when you have time to browse. This store has tons of great books.
  • Paul N.
    Paul NuhnSeptember 15, 2011
    Always find great book deals in the bargain sale section - love this store
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    clafcNovember 16, 2017
    Books and gifts for all tastes
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